Malta Airport (MLA), officially Malta International Airport, is in Luqa and serves Valletta and the Maltese Islands. Scheduled passenger journeys use the passenger terminal. From arrivals, choose an airport bus, arrange a taxi in the Welcomers’ Hall or follow your rental provider’s directions to Park East.

Where is Malta Airport?

The airport is in Luqa, rather than in Valletta itself. Use MLA when searching for flights to Malta, then plan the onward journey to the address where you are staying. An airport bus to Valletta is useful for the capital, while other routes serve different towns on the island.

Keep your accommodation address available when choosing transport. If you are continuing beyond Valletta, compare the destination served by each bus with the final stop you need. For a taxi, give the full destination at the airport booth before arranging the journey.

Finding your way through Malta Airport

Malta Airport has one passenger terminal. Check-in, security and the departure areas form different stages of the journey through the building. Check your flight details and follow the signs for the relevant desk rather than searching for a numbered airline terminal.

Before joining a queue, check the flight number and operating airline on your ticket. An airline’s check-in desk and your boarding gate are different locations, so confirm the gate again after security. For a connection, ask the airline whether your bags are checked through or need collection and a fresh check-in.

Bus connections from Malta Airport

Malta Public Transport operates airport routes to localities around Malta. Airport Direct services include destinations such as Valletta, St Julian’s, Sliema and northern towns. Follow the signs from arrivals to the airport bus terminal, then check the route and destination before boarding.

Choose the service for your destination rather than the first bus available. Look up the current route and timetable, especially if you need a further connection after leaving the airport. Allow for the walk from arrivals to the bus terminal and for the remaining journey from your chosen stop.

Taxis and rental cars at Malta Airport

Arrange a taxi after arrival

The airport taxi booth is in the Welcomers’ Hall. Taxis connect Malta Airport with destinations around Malta. Tell the staff where you are going and confirm the current arrangements before proceeding to the vehicle. Keep the destination address ready if your accommodation is outside Valletta.

Collecting a rental car

Car hire booths and offices are in Park East, including the Car Rental Centre. Follow your provider’s arrival instructions to reach the correct counter. Keep the rental confirmation with your travel documents so you can identify the company and the vehicle collection arrangements.

For the return journey, check the provider’s return directions before driving back to MLA. Returning the car is a separate step from checking in for your flight. Allow time to finish the rental handover and continue to the passenger terminal with your luggage.

Parking at Malta Airport

Car parking is available on the airport campus. Use the current signs and parking instructions to choose where to leave the vehicle. Keep the parking ticket accessible and note where you parked before entering the terminal. Check the airport’s arrangements for the length of stay you need.

Meals, lounge access and pharmacy at Malta Airport

Dining options are available both before and after security. If you are meeting someone or waiting before check-in, choose an outlet in the public area. After security, select a dining option that leaves enough time to reach your boarding gate.

The La Valette Lounge offers a departures lounge option. Confirm the entry conditions with the lounge or your airline before planning to use it; a flight booking alone does not establish access. Keep your boarding time in view while spending time in the lounge.

A pharmacy is available in the airport terminal. If you need it during your journey, ask the airport information staff for directions and check its opening arrangements. Do not leave an essential purchase until the last moment before boarding.

Flights and schedules for Malta Airport

Search for MLA on Traveloka to compare flight options for your dates. Check the operating airline, connection and baggage arrangements before choosing your itinerary. Match your planned arrival with the bus route, taxi destination or rental collection instructions you intend to use.

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